We've searched high and low for over 5 years to find the perfect NeoPixel product, and we've finally stocked it! If you're a fan of NeoPixels and silicone diffusion, check out this amazing NeoPixel RGB Neon-like LED Flex Strip with Silicone Tubing. It might have a long name, but just look at the beautiful pictures! It mimics the look of neon, but without the need for pricey transformers, glass tubing, inert gasses, or a Las Vegas casino license. These strips look awesome, are super easy to use, and are a fantastic way to make your projects shine.
The strip is flexible and comes with a solid piece of translucent silicone rubber as a diffuser. The silicone forms a strong, durable, and weather-proof casing. While it's not suitable for underwater use or long-term outdoor exposure, it's tough enough for outdoor projects like cosplay, bike lighting, or festival decorations. You can easily cut it with wire cutters.
You'll receive a 1-meter tube sealed at one end, with a JST SM 3-pin connector at the input. Supply 9V (it'll work) to 12V (ideal) to the power pins, and send your standard NeoPixel (WS281x) data to the third pin. Don't forget to share the ground pin between the 12V power supply and your microcontroller. Then, you'll be glowing in style!
For portable use, try our 8 x AA battery packs with NiMH rechargeable or Alkaline batteries. For fixed installations, this 12V 1A adapter works great. You can also pick up a JST 3 SM connector set here for quick installation.
This strip has 60 LEDs per meter, grouped in sets of 3 LEDs per pixel. So, in your NeoPixel program, it'll seem like a 20-pixel-long strand.
Our detailed NeoPixel Uberguide has all the info you need to use NeoPixels of any shape and size, including ready-to-go libraries and example code for Arduinos, CircuitPython, and Raspberry Pi.
Using this NeoPixel RGB Neon-like LED Flex Strip is a breeze. First, you'll notice the strip comes in a 1-meter tube with one end sealed and a JST SM 3-pin connector at the input. Connect the power pins to a 9V to 12V power source - 12V is ideal. Send your NeoPixel data to the third pin, and make sure to share the ground pin between the power supply and your microcontroller. That's it - your strip will start glowing.
For portable use, our 8 x AA battery packs with NiMH rechargeable or Alkaline batteries are a great option. If you're doing a fixed installation, use the 12V 1A adapter. You can buy a JST 3 SM connector set for quick setup.
When it comes to cutting, you can use wire cutters to adjust the length as needed. But remember, this strip isn't meant for long-term outdoor exposure or underwater use. It can handle some outdoor projects like cosplay or bike lighting, but it's best to keep it dry and protected.
If you run into any issues with programming, our NeoPixel Uberguide has all the libraries and example code you need for Arduinos, CircuitPython, and Raspberry Pi. Just follow the steps in the guide, and you'll be able to customize the lighting effects easily. And that's how you make the most of your NeoPixel strip!
